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Casino
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Casino
of gambling activities. The industry that deals in casinos is called the gaming industry. Casinos
are most commonly built near or combined with hotels, restaurants, retail shopping, cruise ships
or other tourist attractions. There is much debate over whether or not the social and economic
consequences of casino gambling outweigh the initial revenue that may be generated. [1] In the
United States, some states that have high unemployment and budget deficits have turned to
legalizing casinos, often in places that are not tourist destinations. Some casinos are also known
for hosting live entertainment events, such as stand-up comedy, concerts, and sporting events.